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80 pet sitters are listed in Sarasota, FL
The average posted rate is $15/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby pet sitters is 4 years
Pet sitters in Sarasota, FL
5.0
(1)
I love all animals! I have extensive experience in house and pet sitting. Let me keep your fur child happy and exercised!
Julie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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I m an animal lover and animal rights activist. Animal care is a passion of mine. I have experience working at a local animal shelter before I moved . I gave medications and flea baths and dips. I'm available for local dog walking.
Stephanie can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
Anna K.
Sarasota, FL
$26/hr
5.0
(2)
Hi, I'm Anna I am a huge animal lover. I have had experience pet sitting for my aunts dog and cat, whenever they leave out of town. I also have a dog and a cat!
Anna can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Anna is a hardworking person. Once she sets her mind to something she is dedicated. Anna shows up to work on time and even go the extra mile without being asked to. I believe that Anna would be a great asset to your team!"
Casey M.
Crystal K.
Sarasota, FL
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
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I'm a 19-year-old girl who can be a Nanny or dog sitter! I'm a huge fan of dogs! Especially the little indoor ones! I grew up on a farm in New York and my life literally revolved around animals! At a very young age, I could understand and communicate with animals. I loved bonding friendships with them! I've had 3 little indoor...
Crystal can also help with: Boarding, pet walking
5.0
"Crystal is extremely caring and great with children and animals. She has had a lot of experience working for me and I highly recommend her. She is prompt and responsible and pays attention to details. I never had to worry when I had her work for me. She is...
Hannah M.
Melanie U.
Sarasota, FL
$13-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have and always will be a huge animal lover! I am a volunteer for my local animal shelter. I also have experience pet sitting both during the day and overnight as well as dog walking.
Melanie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Melanie is a very kind and caring person. She took excellent care of my dog and cat when I was out of town. I would definitely use her again next time I need pet care."
Cherry R.
Kathy F.
Sarasota, FL
$21-26/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Hello,
My name is Kathy, and I have extensive experience in animal care. In San Diego, I ran my own pet sitting and walking business, and I continued to care for pets while living in New York. I can provide references upon request.
I have completed numerous courses and read extensively on animal behavior, which has...
Kathy can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Kathy is a conscientious, caring, and attentive pet sitter. She stayed in my home with my cat Gracie a number of times. In fact, Kathy was there when Gracie got very sick. She got her to the emergency vet and calmly called me and I was able to travel home in time...
Jenn B.
Sophia H.
Sarasota, FL
$13-50/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Sophia and I'm a full-time college student. While I'm not studying, I house sit, pet sit, and nanny. Each family I interact with whether it be to play with their kids, tidy their house, or watch after their pets, I love every relationship I am able to form this way and every family I am able to help care for. I...
Sophia can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! A little bit about me, I graduated from Emory University in 2015 where I earned a Masters of Public Health. I returned back to the States in March 2020 after working in Ethiopia for 4 years; I have worked primarily in Global Health, on health education and behavior change.
I love to cook and try new recipes, travel...
Kylie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking, boarding
5.0
"Kylie is truly exceptional! She embodies the qualities that every person hopes for when looking for someone to look after their home and loved ones: honesty, trustworthiness, thoughtfulness, cleanly, and warm-hearted.
Throughout our time away, she regularly...
Sasha L.
Rachel M.
Sarasota, FL
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Energetic Pet Care Professional Looking To Take Care Of Your Pet(s)! :)
5.0
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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Rachel, I'm in search of one-time/part-time pet/house sitting positions. I have over 10 years of experience taking care of pets and am experienced with walking, feeding, playing and moderate medicine administration and training.
I stay with pets at their home overnight. At this time, I do not board animals....
Rachel can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
5.0
"We were leaving for 5 days and looking for someone to stay in our home and watch our two cats, finding someone I could trust was important. Our first meeting, Rachel came prepared: taking notes on our instructions to care for our home and cats, and asking the right...
Marie B.
5.0
(2)
Animals have always been a huge part of my life. I have always had pets growing up as well as watching other people's pets too. I am trustworthy, honest, and love animals more than people most of the time. Contact me if I seem to be a good fit!
5.0
"Hannah is an absolute Gem! She took care of our dog Leo and treated him as her own. He was truly loved and cared for while we were gone! It was such a relief to find someone who I could fully trust not only with my home but my baby as well. We left him in her...
Kai-lin W.
Madilyn D.
Sarasota, FL
$13-20/hr
Looking for someone who loves your pets just as much as you? You found her. Animals are my best friend, we connect and share a bond that humans could never obtain. I have assisted families with dog sitting, cat sitting, and dog walking for over 5 years. This experience has made me an expert at playing fetch, belly rubs, and tug...
Madilyn can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Hello! My name is Olivia and I am an experienced and passionate pet care provider. With years of experience in dog walking and pet sitting for both dogs and cats, I am dedicated to providing too-notch care and attention to your furry family members.
Olivia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Samaire S.
Sarasota, FL
$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
With over six years of professional dog sitting experience and a lifetime surrounded by animals, I provide exceptional care and companionship to dogs and cats of all breeds and sizes. Growing up with various pets has equipped me with the knowledge and skills to handle different animal behaviors and needs. My services include...
Samaire can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
I have been watching dogs and cats for as long as I can remember. I am always the one who was told to watch the dogs or the neighbors or the family friends. I never did mind it though. I love animals. All animals are so beautiful and amazing. I have always been a very big animal lover.
Madison M.
Sarasota, FL
$13-20/hr
Hi I'm Madison!
I have taken care of my golden doodle for 10 years. I am an eager and loving caretaker and I have experience dog-sitting for various families. I would be happy to help!
Madison can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
With over 7 years of experience, I'm a pet sitter who truly loves spending time with animals. Whether it's dogs, cats, or smaller pets, I make sure they feel loved and well-cared for while you're away. You can count on me to keep your furry family members happy, safe, and comfortable!
Ereni can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Hi there!
Detailed: I remember the small things--whether it's a favorite treat or a special route to take on walks, it goes a long way in showing others (both human and animal!) that you value them!
Creative: my full time job is in the arts! This translates especially well to pet sitting, as every animal is different and a...
Elizabeth can also help with: Pet sitting
I began pet sitting for neighbors when I was 9 years old. Now a college student, I have handled childcare and pet sitting for dozens of pets and families. Pets large and small for overnights or as much as a month long vacation. I would love to work with your pets!
Katherine can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding, daily feeding, administration of medicine
Lyndsey C.
Sarasota, FL
$13-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello! I have experience taking care of dogs of all sizes as well as cats. I have been dog sitting and walking through since 2021 and have also been around animals my whole life. I have three cats of my own.
Lyndsey can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hello, my name is María.
I'm an animal lover since I'm a little girl, and I have 10 years of experience because I owned many animals. I don't mind the age of the size of your pet, because I provide them all the same care. I love to play with them, and walk. Can also perform baths and if is necessary light cleaning to your...
Maria can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
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Recent pet sitter reviews from local pet parents in Sarasota, FL
Anna K.
5.0
Anna is the best! Asked her to watch my pup last minute and she was there in no time and kept my pup busy the whole time.
- Anastasia K.
Crystal K.
5.0
She is a sweet gentle girl and would be great to serve your children.
- Violet M.
Melanie U.
5.0
Melanie is a very kind and caring person. She took excellent care of my dog and cat when I was out of town. I would definitely use her again next time I need pet care.
- Cherry R.
Kathy F.
5.0
Kathy is a conscientious, caring, and attentive pet sitter. She stayed in my home with my cat Gracie a number of times. In fact, Kathy was there when Gracie got very sick. She got her to the emergency vet and calmly called me and I was able to travel home in time to let Gracie go. Kathy stayed with...
- Jenn B.
Kylie S.
5.0
Kylie is truly exceptional! She embodies the qualities that every person hopes for when looking for someone to look after their home and loved ones: honesty, trustworthiness, thoughtfulness, cleanly, and warm-hearted.
Throughout our time away, she regularly sent us sweet photo updates of our...
- Sasha L.
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FAQs for finding pet sitters in Sarasota, FL
In 2025 how much does a pet sitter cost in Sarasota, FL?
Hiring a pet sitter in Sarasota, FL will cost an average of $15.96 per hour as of March, 2025. This pet sitting rate will vary depending on the services needed, the number of pets to be cared for, and the total amount of hours per day/week. Some pet sitters will charge a fixed rate per day if full-time care is requested. You can connect with pet sitters in Sarasota that match your needs and discuss a rate that is suitable for both.
What type of local pet sitting services are available in 2025?
Pet sitters in Sarasota, FL can offer different services, but the most common ones are pet sitting in your own home and dog walking. You can find pet sitters who can care for different types of pets, such as dogs, cats, rabbits, or even guinea pigs.
How can I find a local pet sitter near me?
You can filter and sort local pet sitter profiles by distance from Sarasota. Compare your options by reading about their experience, services they provide, and reviews from other pet parents. There are currently 80 pet sitters in Sarasota, FL, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options.
Ratings for Sarasota, FL pet sitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Pet Sitters in Sarasota, FL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 38 reviews of the 80 listed pet sitters.